Larger than life, Cardiff is an endearing mix of modern culture, warm Welsh spirit and historical sights

Currency exchange rates and cost of life

Train

Local, one-way ticket

20%

Trains in Cardiff are 20% cheaper than in Glasgow.

Glasgow

£2.4

Cardiff

£1.9

Meal

Mid-priced restaurant

0%

A meal in Cardiff costs roughly the same as in Glasgow.

Glasgow

£12

Cardiff

£12.5

Taxi

Standard daytime start rate

20%

Taxis are 20% more expensive in Cardiff than in Glasgow.

Glasgow

£3

Cardiff

£3.6

Coffee

Regular cappuccino

2%

Coffee is 2% more expensive in Cardiff than in Glasgow.

Glasgow

£2.62

Cardiff

£2.66

(Glasgow airports

?Turnhouse(EDI)

How far from city centre:35 miles

?Glasgow Scotland(GLA)

How far from city centre:1 miles

?Prestwick(PIK)

How far from city centre:29 miles

)Cardiff airports

?Bristol(BRS)

How far from city centre:25 miles

?Cardiff-Wales(CWL)

How far from city centre:10 miles

LDistance:306 miles

Travelling to and from the airports

Flights from Glasgow

Glasgow fizzes with a vibrant cultural scene, world-class museums and historically diverse monuments. Formally known as Abbotsinch Airport, Glasgow Airport is one of the busiest airports in Europe and is considered Scotland's international gateway to the world. The airport operates flights to around 110 international destinations within Europe and beyond. Glasgow Airport operates regular flights from Glasgow to Cardiff, which can leave from either one of its two terminals. The older Terminal 1 deals with the majority of arrivals and departures, while the newer Terminal 2 is served by mainly no-frills airlines. Both terminals are connected by a covered walkway.

Travel to Glasgow airport

Flights to Cardiff from Glasgow leave from Glasgow Airport (formerly Abbotsinch Airport) which is six miles from Glasgow city centre. Drivers can access the airport via the M8 motorway and exit at Junction 28 (eastbound) or 29 (westbound). Parking on-site includes long stay, short stay and fast track parking. The Glasgow Airport Express 500 bus service runs from the city centre in about 15 minutes, while local buses such as services 77, 757 and 915 also connect the airport to the city. A train service links to Paisley Gilmour Street station, about one mile from the terminal (served by the 757 bus).

Arriving in Cardiff

Cardiff is a fascinating blend of centuries old history and forward-thinking culture. Visit Cardiff Castle to witness jousting tournaments and medieval markets and then learn about the country's archaeology, geology and natural history collections at the National Museum of Cardiff. One of the most popular attractions is the Doctor Who Experience, which pays homage to the longstanding BBC show through interactive exhibitions. You can go behind the scenes of Wales' sporting legacy at the Millenium Stadium, which has seen three Wales Grand Slam triumphs and two Rugby World Cups. When the sun goes down, the city shows a different side through its famously pulsating night scene.

Travelling to the city centre

If you fly from Glasgow to Cardiff, you will arrive at Cardiff Airport, the national airport for Wales. There are numerous ways to proceed on your onward journey from the airport. The airport is situated close to the A4232, A4050, A4226 and the M4 motorways. The A4050 and A4226 connect with Cardiff city centre, the M4 with England. The T9 Cardiff Airport Express Bus Service operates frequent services between Cardiff Airport and the city centre. There is also a 905 shuttle bus service, which connects with trains that leave from Rhoose Cardiff International Airport train station.

Convenient for us we live in Swansea. Shame about the carriers.I have since learned that "flybe" are more commonly known as "flymaybe" due to their very poor reputation for overbooking and cancelling flights